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Episode 110
#110 Rebroadcast
Originally Published August 26, 2021
We've all heard about it. And most likely you've heard that it's in danger. But what is the ozo…
9 months ago
Ask a Chemist: What is heavy water? (and other questions)
Question and Response #67
Melissa and Jam dive into a series of chemistry-related questions from their audience. From understanding why wintergreen m…
9 months, 1 week ago
Why do airplanes make you gassy?
Episode 211
#211
Melissa and Jam delve into the chemistry behind increased flatulence on airplanes. They explore how changes in air pressure affect gas expansion…
9 months, 2 weeks ago
Chemistry at Home: Chromatography
Chemistry at Home: Chromatography Rebroadcast
Originally Published June 29, 2020
Here's another bonus episode dedicated to teaching a specific chemis…
9 months, 3 weeks ago
How do pregnancy tests actually work?
Episode 210
#210
Melissa and Jam dive into the science of home pregnancy tests. They explore the process in which these tests detect the presence of the hormone …
10 months ago
Ask a Chemist: Are all food dyes bad? (and other questions)
Ask a Chemist #66
Melissa and Jam dive into a range of listener-submitted questions exploring everyday chemistry. Topics include the chemistry behind…
10 months, 1 week ago
How do plants defy gravity to "drink" water?
Episode 209
#209
Melissa and Jam dive into the fascinating chemistry behind how plants transport water from their roots to their leaves, effectively defying grav…
10 months, 2 weeks ago
What is the future of antihistamines?
Episode 98
#098 Rebroadcast
Original Air Date: June 3, 2021
Could histamine and antihistamines do more than just affect our allergies? Actually yes. Today we di…
10 months, 3 weeks ago
Why are seasonal allergies the worst?
Episode 97
#097 Rebroadcast
Most of us know the feeling. But what are we actually experiencing when we experience allergies? How does being around plants and po…
11 months ago
Why is red food dye banned?
Episode 208
#208
Melissa and Jam dive deep into the topic of FDA regulations, particularly focusing on food additives like red food dye. They discuss the complex…
11 months ago